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| “The father of a righteous child has great joy…” |
| —Proverbs 23:24a |
Back in June we set aside a day devoted to remembering our fathers. Many of us have fond memories of godly fathers who lovingly set us on a straight path.
These dads listened to us patiently and, when we asked, offered us wisdom from their experience. Most of all, they loved us with an unconditional love.
Sadly not everyone had a positive experience with their dads. For some either their dads left them or they never had dads to begin with.
Some suffered abuse from their dads—even horrible abuse. Still others had a dad who largely ignored them, offering no discernible love.
I feel great heartache for those who did not have a positive influence from a godly dad. I pray that each of these dear ones will experience the ultimate parenting from our heavenly Father who loves them overwhelmingly with His unfailing and undying love.
If you're a dad, then I urge you to be a godly dad to your children. Heed these words from King Solomon found in Proverbs 23:24:
The father of a righteous child has great joy; a man who fathers a wise son rejoices in him.
